James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $680,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $136,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$680,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$136,000
- Assets$11.9 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $760,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $501,000 | 24 | $10.7 million |
| 2024 | $760,000 | 24 | $11.4 million |
| 2025 | $680,000 | 24 | $11.9 million |
How to apply
James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 18 | $556,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $102,000 |
| Maine | 4 | $17,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Theological Seminary | General | $136,000 |
| Shadyside Academy | General | $136,000 |
| Third Presbyterian Church | General | $136,000 |
| Gilmore Obgyn Physician's Research Fund | General | $102,000 |
| Agh Endowed Chair | General | $30,000 |
| The Neighborhood Academy | General | $25,000 |
| Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh | General | $15,000 |
| East End Cooperative Ministries | General | $11,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | General | $11,000 |
| Wqed | General | $9,000 |
| Achieva | General | $7,000 |
| Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh | General | $7,000 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony | General | $7,000 |
| Family Resources | General | $6,000 |
| Pittsburgh Botanical Garden | General | $5,000 |
| Sivcsiaa | General | $5,000 |
| Squirrel Island Library | General | $5,000 |
| Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh | General | $4,000 |
| Heinz History Center | General | $4,000 |
| Literacy Pittsburgh | General | $4,000 |
| Squirrel Island Chapel Association | General | $4,000 |
| Squirrel Island Historical Society | General | $4,000 |
| Squirrel Island Preservation Foundation | General | $4,000 |
| Forbes Hospice | General | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet W Danforth
- David M Walradt
- James L Gilmore
Questions people ask
Does James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation give?
$680,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Janet W Danforth (Trustee), David M Walradt (Trustee) and James L Gilmore (Trustee).
What does James and Marilyn A Gilmore Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.